Students at St Albans Heights primary school showcased their artistic talent in a public art show on September 10 inspired by the theme ‘fantastical futures’.
The theme of the art show encouraged kids to envisage a future world created by them.
The exhibition featured 3D sculptures of futuristic cars, innovative clothing and fashion accessories, space-age self portraits modified using technology, and a glowing garden.
Assistant principal Glenn Groves said students were excited to have their work displayed.
“We had a lot of community engagement, a lot of people coming in. They were really excited about the celebration of all the students’ work. It was really well put together by two of our teachers, Angela and Noly, and it was a huge success,” Mr Groves said.
“There was some artwork done by teachers too. Everyone was smiling, everyone was having a really great time.. It went far too quickly.”
The show also featured works from the school’s community hub, which aims to actively involve families in the school community.
Art director Angela Kennett said the theme was inspired by the ‘The Future and Other Fictions’ exhibition at ACMI (Australian Centre of Moving Image).
“It was our partnership with ACMI, we went and saw the art show there … that was the seed for the whole show.”
She said the art show encouraged students to push creative boundaries.
“They can see how technology can be woven into art. It also shows their art is really important. To see it displayed in a gallery setting, their faces lit up when they were showing their parents.”
